Sculpture
March 10, 2017

Kenyan Artist Hand-Carves and Paints Wooden Sculptures of Local Nature

Born in beautiful Kenya and now based in picturesque New Zealand, artist Gordon Pembridge has been lucky enough to have a lifelong relationship with nature. As a painter and woodworker, Pembridge often looks to his surroundings for inspiration, which has culminated in an oeuvre that incorporates elements of natural history and portrayals of local wildlife. A prime example of such work is Pembridge's striking series of hand-painted, carved wooden vessels.

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Photography
March 8, 2017

Breathtaking Image is Being Called “Most Beautiful Photo of Kyoto”

Renowned for its blossoming cherry trees, countless shrines and temples, and traditional architecture, Kyoto is one of Japan's top travel destinations. Its bountiful beauty has been captured in a seemingly infinite amount of photos, but one picture-perfect snapshot has left the Internet in awe. Captured by photographer Leslie Taylor, the stunning photo of Kyoto presents the city's undeniable beauty. Recently posted on Reddit, the now-viral photograph depicts a calm, cobblestoned street leading to the famous 5-story Yasaka Pagoda.

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Animals
March 8, 2017

Monastery Adopts Adorable Stray Dog Who Now Lives Like a Friar

A Franciscan Monastery in Cochabamba, Bolivia has warmly welcomed a four-legged friar into its order. The monastery, fittingly named after St. Francis of Assisi—a Roman Catholic saint known for his adoration of animals—found Carmelo, an abandoned stray schnauzer. The pup was lovingly adopted by the Franciscan fraternity, and he eagerly accepted his new role as the monastery's mascot. To properly usher in their recent recruit, the brothers christened him with his own holy name: Friar Bigotón, which comically translates to “Brother Mustache.

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Travel
March 6, 2017

10 Must-See Destinations From the Woman Who Visited All 196 Countries

When we last checked in on Cassie De Pecol, she was a little over a month away from completing her goal of visiting all 196 countries. And now that she's become the youngest, fastest, and first American female to fully stamp her passport, De Pecol is continuing her mission of spreading peace. She maintains the purpose of Expedition 196 through speaking engagements and seminars on how to develop travel or passion projects.

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